Exclusive: Liam Manning is New Favourite to Manage League One Club After Sacking

Huddersfield Town have sacked manager Lee Grant following a 3-1 defeat at Burton Albion, extending their poor run to just three wins in 12 League One matches, despite sitting 6th in the promotion hunt.[2][4]

Club owner Kevin Nagle confirmed the decision, stating the team failed to meet ambitions after summer reshaping, necessitating a change with half the season left.[4] Grant, a former Ipswich Town coach, departed after 36 games in charge since May 2025.[4]

Liam Manning has emerged as the clear favourite to replace him, with betting odds at 2/5 via BetVictor.[7] Recently dismissed by Norwich City in November 2025 after a dismal start—seven defeats in eight Championship games, second-bottom position, and zero home wins—Manning's availability aligns perfectly.[1][3]

Manning's track record shines in League One: he guided MK Dons to a top-half finish in 2021 and Oxford United to playoffs and second place before his November 2023 exit.[3][2] At Bristol City, he secured Championship playoffs in 2024-25.[3] Sources indicate Manning and assistant Chris Hogg, both ex-Ipswich connections, are lined up for Huddersfield.[4]

Other candidates include Michael Skubala (Lincoln City, 2nd in League One at 6/1 odds) and Andy Woodman (8/1).[2][7] Analysts view Manning's drop to League One as ideal to rebuild his career post-Norwich gamble, potentially stabilizing Huddersfield's promotion push.[2]

Huddersfield fans anticipate swift action to maintain playoff contention amid a four-game winless streak.[2] (Word count: 298)